Quality Inspector

Job Type: Quality Inspector

Location: Swindon

Type: Permanent

Hours: Days or lates available

Salary: £38,000-£48,000

The Role

An exciting opportunity for a Quality Inspector to join a highly advanced manufacturing environment producing composite and metallic components for aerospace, automotive, defence and space.

The role will focus on CMM inspection using PC-DMIS, alongside dimensional and visual inspection, quality documentation and continuous improvement. CMM programming experience is advantageous but not essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out CMM, dimensional and visual inspections of composite and metallic components.
• Operate CMM equipment using PC-DMIS.
• Inspect incoming materials, in-process components and finished products.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, specifications and CAD models.
• Produce FAIR packs, C of C documentation and inspection reports.
• Support MRB, non-conformance investigations and root cause analysis.
• Work with Production and Engineering teams to resolve quality issues.
• Identify opportunities for process and quality improvements.
• Maintain accurate quality records and support compliance with quality standards.

About You

• Level 3 NVQ in Engineering/Manufacturing or equivalent industrial experience.
• 2-3+ years' quality inspection experience within manufacturing.
• PC-DMIS experience is essential.
• CMM programming experience is advantageous but not essential.
• Confident reading technical drawings and working with CAD models.
• Experience with inspection equipment such as callipers and micrometres.
• Knowledge of composites and/or advanced manufacturing is advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Positive, proactive approach with good communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to work shifts/overtime when required.

Benefits

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Pension
• Private healthcare
• Car allowance via salary sacrifice
• Profit share scheme